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A study of transfer students entering Florida State University in September, 1952 in relation to selected orientation procedures.

Creator

Bone, Sara Dekle, Cottingham, Harold F., Florida State University

Abstract/Description

"This investigation has sought to study the effectiveness of selected orientation procedures in relation to transfer students at Florida State University. As a means of determining the quality of the present orientation procedures and of obtaining suggestions for future improvements, the criterion of student opinion was used. It is maintained that transfer students who have recently participated in the orientation program are best able to offer criticisms and suggestions based on their actual... Show more"This investigation has sought to study the effectiveness of selected orientation procedures in relation to transfer students at Florida State University. As a means of determining the quality of the present orientation procedures and of obtaining suggestions for future improvements, the criterion of student opinion was used. It is maintained that transfer students who have recently participated in the orientation program are best able to offer criticisms and suggestions based on their actual needs and difficulties"--Leaf 5. Show less

Date Issued

1953

Identifier

FSU_aahj0496

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Thesis

Title

A survey of the guidance services desired by Florida secondary schools from the Florida State University.

"It is the purpose of this paper to attempt to find out which guidance services would be of the most help to secondary school administrators of Florida. It is hoped that as a result of the findings of this study, the Guidance Training Unit will be able to expand its guidance services to better meet the current needs of the Florida secondary schools"--Introduction.

Date Issued

1950

Identifier

FSU_historic_aku8708

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Thesis

Title

A study of the illness and injury records of freshman students entering Florida State University in the fall semester of 1950 and graduating in the spring of 1954.

Creator

Stephens, Gerald N., Florida State University

Abstract/Description

"This investigation is a study of the health status of students, upon arrival and during their subsequent four years at Florida State University, for the purpose of determining the nature and extent of illness and injuries experienced by them from academic year to year as compared with their medical status upon arrival"--Introduction.

Date Issued

1956

Identifier

FSU_Stephens_Gerald_N_oclc_68904316

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Thesis

Title

Use of the Bell Adjustment Inventory as a counseling tool at FSU.

Creator

Greiser, Maurine S., Florida State University

Abstract/Description

"This study is designed to determine if the Bell Adjustment Inventory is a more accurate device than the Minnesota Personality Scale for measuring adjustment of college freshmen. If the Bell Inventory correlates more highly than the Minnesota Personality Scale with a majority of the scales of the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory, it would indicate that the Bell Inventory measures poor adjustment resulting from personality problems as measured by the MMPI more accurately than does... Show more"This study is designed to determine if the Bell Adjustment Inventory is a more accurate device than the Minnesota Personality Scale for measuring adjustment of college freshmen. If the Bell Inventory correlates more highly than the Minnesota Personality Scale with a majority of the scales of the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory, it would indicate that the Bell Inventory measures poor adjustment resulting from personality problems as measured by the MMPI more accurately than does the Minnesota Personality Scale"--Introduction. Show less

Date Issued

1955

Identifier

FSU_akp4882

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Thesis

Title

An analysis of some characteristics of September, 1951 freshmen students below the twentieth percentile on the American Council on Education Psychological Examination at Florida State University.

Creator

Fernandez, Sheila A., Murray, Stewart, Florida State University

Abstract/Description

In recent years, and particularly during the last decade, the student bodies of American colleges and universities have greatly increased in size and have become much more heterogeneous with respect to scholastic ability and general motivation to succeed. These changes have occurred chiefly because veterans' aid as well as improved economic conditions throughout the country have permitted a much greater number of students to enter college than ever before. But how many of these students are... Show moreIn recent years, and particularly during the last decade, the student bodies of American colleges and universities have greatly increased in size and have become much more heterogeneous with respect to scholastic ability and general motivation to succeed. These changes have occurred chiefly because veterans' aid as well as improved economic conditions throughout the country have permitted a much greater number of students to enter college than ever before. But how many of these students are actually successful in their college education? President Archibald of Haverford College made a survey of the 655 liberal arts colleges throughout the United States. He found that of the thousands of students who entered college each year more than half dropped out before graduation. Most of these dropped out during their freshman year. The students needed guidance especially during their freshman year. The purpose of the present study was to investigate certain characteristics of freshmen students at Florida State University who obtained scores at or below the 20th percentile of the American Council of Education Psychological Examination. These students were chosen from those who entered Florida State University in Septemenber 1951, and to whom the examination was given at the time of entrance. Show less

Date Issued

1952

Identifier

FSU_historic_akz9824

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Thesis

Title

Relationships between cooperative mathematics test scores and grades earned in the Florida State University.

Creator

Schmidt, Margaret B., Goodner, Dwight B., Florida State University

Abstract/Description

The Department of Mathematics of the Florida State University gives a mathematics placement test to each entering freshman. This study examines relationships between the scores attained on the mathematics placement test, other tests measuring ability and achievement, and academic success as reflected by grades earned in University classes. The sample for this study is composed of the students who took the placement test as first-time freshmen in the 1953 summer session, the 1953 fall semester... Show moreThe Department of Mathematics of the Florida State University gives a mathematics placement test to each entering freshman. This study examines relationships between the scores attained on the mathematics placement test, other tests measuring ability and achievement, and academic success as reflected by grades earned in University classes. The sample for this study is composed of the students who took the placement test as first-time freshmen in the 1953 summer session, the 1953 fall semester, and the 1954 spring semester. This group was selected because its members have had time to complete a four-year program leading to the baccalaureate degree. Show less

Date Issued

1958

Identifier

FSU_historic_akp4845

Format

Thesis

Title

An inquiry into the adequacy of the training offered by the Florida State University Library School.

Creator

Dreger, Gertrude Ellen, Shores, Louis, Florida State University

Abstract/Description

"The purpose of this study is to inquire into the adequacy of the training offered by the Florida State University Library School for the positions its graduates fill. During the little more than six years of its existence, from June 17, 1947 to August 15, 1953, the school has granted ninety Master's degrees. It has also awarded forty-eight librarian certificates for thirty semester hours of class work, and 101 teacher-librarian certificate for twelve semester hours of planned professional... Show more"The purpose of this study is to inquire into the adequacy of the training offered by the Florida State University Library School for the positions its graduates fill. During the little more than six years of its existence, from June 17, 1947 to August 15, 1953, the school has granted ninety Master's degrees. It has also awarded forty-eight librarian certificates for thirty semester hours of class work, and 101 teacher-librarian certificate for twelve semester hours of planned professional training. The present study, however, is limited to the Master's graduates of the school"--Introduction. Show less

Date Issued

1954

Identifier

FSU_historic_ahm9572

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Thesis

Title

Characteristics and attitudes of participants in two home economics education off-campus graduate programs.

Creator

Spencer, Mary Ella, Greenwood, Bonnie B., Florida State University

Abstract/Description

"The purpose of the study was to collect selected information about the individuals enrolled in two on-going Florida State University Home Economics Education Off-Campus Graduate Programs and to solicit suggestions for program improvement. In relation to this problem, the following questions were explored: 1. Why did the participants decide to enroll in the off-campus program? 2. What do they hope to gain from the off-campus program? 3. What suggestions for improvement can the participants... Show more"The purpose of the study was to collect selected information about the individuals enrolled in two on-going Florida State University Home Economics Education Off-Campus Graduate Programs and to solicit suggestions for program improvement. In relation to this problem, the following questions were explored: 1. Why did the participants decide to enroll in the off-campus program? 2. What do they hope to gain from the off-campus program? 3. What suggestions for improvement can the participants offer? 4. What factors have caused the greatest difficulty to the participants in pursuing an advanced degree? 5. What are the characteristics of the 'typical' participant in the off-campus program?"--Introduction. Show less

Date Issued

1975

Identifier

FSU_historic_akp2713

Format

Thesis

Title

The nature of the religious problems of college students and the sources sought for help with such problems as stated by a sample group of Florida State University undergraduates.

"Since 'religious adjustment is part of the person's total adjustment,' the writer believes that an investigation of the nature of the religious problems which trouble college students might be of some value to those who are concerned with the satisfactory life relationships of undergraduates. The writer also believes that a knowledge of the sources which students seek for help with their religious problems might contribute to a better understanding of students as they attempt to adjust to... Show more"Since 'religious adjustment is part of the person's total adjustment,' the writer believes that an investigation of the nature of the religious problems which trouble college students might be of some value to those who are concerned with the satisfactory life relationships of undergraduates. The writer also believes that a knowledge of the sources which students seek for help with their religious problems might contribute to a better understanding of students as they attempt to adjust to encountered difficulties. Consequently, the present investigation was undertaken to discover the nature of the religious problems of undergraduate students at Florida State University and to determine the sources sought by students for help with such problems. No attempt was made to find the cause of any problem nor the reason for the absence of problems. No evaluation of the effectiveness of the counseling which students indicated they had received was attempted"--Introduction. Show less

Date Issued

1952

Identifier

FSU_historic_akp4848

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Thesis

Title

A survey of the opinion of freshmen students towards the educational counseling program at Florida State University for the year 1949-1950.

Creator

Earle, William S., Murray, Stewart, Florida State University

Abstract/Description

There is a general lack of evaluations of college counseling programs. This is attributed to difficulties encountered in attempts to undertake evaluation, one source of difficulty being the uniqueness of the couseling problem of each student. Nevertheless, leaders in the field of personnel work feel that there is a distinct need for evaluation and make an effort to encourage further research of this type.

Date Issued

1950

Identifier

FSU_historic_alb9562

Format

Thesis

Title

Parental participation in the treatment of children's problems in the Human Development Clinic of the Florida State University.

Creator

McCubbin, Barbara S., Jones, Dixie B., Florida State University

Abstract/Description

"The purpose of this study was to explore the parental participation of each parent in the Human Development Clinic during the treatment of the child's problem to determine the extent to which 66 parent-child treatment cases differed when dichotomized by outcome of service (improved, unimproved) according to clinic judgment at closing. The improved and unimproved treatment cases were compared in regard to 18 selected family and clinic items. Service to these cases was discontinued between... Show more"The purpose of this study was to explore the parental participation of each parent in the Human Development Clinic during the treatment of the child's problem to determine the extent to which 66 parent-child treatment cases differed when dichotomized by outcome of service (improved, unimproved) according to clinic judgment at closing. The improved and unimproved treatment cases were compared in regard to 18 selected family and clinic items. Service to these cases was discontinued between September, 1957, and September, 1960, a period of 37 months"--Introduction. Show less

Date Issued

1961

Identifier

FSU_ahn3747

Format

Thesis

Title

Children classified as school phobic by the Human Development Clinic , Florida State University Between March 4, 1957 and December 18, 1959.

Creator

Malensek, Edward John.

Identifier

ahm6771, 165056, fsu:15085

Format

Document (PDF)

Title

The guidance program for Florida State University Demonstration School with particular reference to the influence of the Mooney Problem checklist.

Creator

Moates, Grady E., Florida State University

Abstract/Description

The problem of finding a suitable instrument for projecting, or influencing the projection of an organized guidance program for the Florida State University Demonstration School is an outgrowth of at least three areas of personal observation and experience of the writer. First, it is a generally accepted fact that students are either graduating or leaving schools each year, in every county of every State in the United States, without the benefit of proper guidance or plans for the future.... Show moreThe problem of finding a suitable instrument for projecting, or influencing the projection of an organized guidance program for the Florida State University Demonstration School is an outgrowth of at least three areas of personal observation and experience of the writer. First, it is a generally accepted fact that students are either graduating or leaving schools each year, in every county of every State in the United States, without the benefit of proper guidance or plans for the future. Second, as one who has taught in the public schools of this State, the writer is convinced that no individual can do a conscientious job of "teaching" unless he is an active, enthusiastic, and cooperative participant in an active, functioning guidance program within the school involved. Third, as a graduate student of the seminary and Florida State University, the writer is convinced of the need for a more adequate teacher-training program. This conversation has come about through studies in the field of education, wide reading and further study of professional opinion in the field of guidance, and observation of the "finished product" at work and as they express their ideas (?), attitudes (?) and philosophies (?) of education. Show less

Date Issued

1950

Identifier

FSU_historic_ala4636

Format

Thesis

Title

History of the male varsity track and field program at Florida State University from 1948-1974.

Creator

Long, Curtiss M.

Date Issued

1976

Identifier

FS00000102_00001, 2819835, fsu:107473

Format

E-book

Title

The educational values of Florida State University's circus.

Creator

DeCosmo, James V., Miller, Kenneth D., Florida State University

Abstract/Description

"Florida State University presents an annual all-student University circus which is nationally known. This event is a five-ring affair held in the spring quarter of each year in which approximately one hundred and fifty students take an active part. The activities which make up the circus include those of the aerial, dancing, balancing, gymnastics and tumbling, skating, and clowning types. Approximately five small performances are given during the fall quarter in cities near the locality in... Show more"Florida State University presents an annual all-student University circus which is nationally known. This event is a five-ring affair held in the spring quarter of each year in which approximately one hundred and fifty students take an active part. The activities which make up the circus include those of the aerial, dancing, balancing, gymnastics and tumbling, skating, and clowning types. Approximately five small performances are given during the fall quarter in cities near the locality in the State of Florida each year. The Department of Physical Educaiton for Men at Florida State University offers a one-hour service course in circus activities as well as sponsoring the annual all-student University circus. The circus is a part of the physical education program. Physical education is education, and the purposes of both are the same. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to determine the educational values of Florida State University's circus. If it is found that circus activities contribute to the three major purposes of physical education--development of mental and physical fitness, development of social and ethical character, and development of skills for worthy use of leisure--such an enterprise may become a desirable addition to the total physical education program"--Introduction. Show less